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procural

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /prəˈkjʊrəl/

KK: /prəˈkjʊrəl/

noun
Definition

The act of obtaining or acquiring something, especially through effort or negotiation.


Example

The procural of necessary supplies was essential for the project to succeed.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever thought about the process of procural when buying a house?
Sloth B
Yeah, it's a big deal, especially with all the paperwork involved.
Sloth A
Exactly! I didn't realize how much research goes into the procural of property.
Sloth B
For sure, knowing what to look for can save you a lot of headaches.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
acquisition
procurement
obtaining
Antonyms
loss
disposal
forfeiture
Root Explanation

This word originates from Latin 'procurare' (meaning to take care of or manage) and the suffix '-al' (meaning relating to). The word 'procural' refers to something that is related to the act of managing or taking care of something.

Memory Tip

Think of 'taking care of' ('procurare') to remember that 'procural' relates to management or care.

Visually Confused Words
prosacral
precursal
precrural
unprocurable
reprocurable
protura
prorsal
prioral
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